28 h. ago Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo

Tribune Online Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has said that medical personnel, including doctors and nurses trained in Nigeria, must be motivated with the right work conditions to remain in the country and not migrate overseas. Obasanjo stated this when he commissioned the renovated and rehabilitated Yariman Bakura Specialist Hospital in Zamfara State on Tuesday. ALSO READ FROM NIGERIAN […] Japa: Doctors must be incentivised to stay in Nigeria — Obasanjo Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Leadway Assurance grows revenue to N173.2bn, pays N117bn in claims

By Henry Uche Leadway Assurance Company Limited has announced a leap in its financial performance for the year ended December 31, 2024, with insurance revenue rising to N173.2 billion, marking a 51 percent increase from N114.4 billion in 2023. The company’s revenue growth highlights its good position in Nigeria’s insurance industry and its continued contribution […] The post Leadway Assurance grows revenue to N173.2bn, pays N117bn in claims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals

…Donates blood to mitigate loss of lives   By Adewale Sanyaolu   The National Association of Seadogs(NAS), Pyrates Confraternity, Zanas Deck,  has expressed concern over the dwindling availability of blood in public hospitals. Capoon of the association, Zanas Deck, Yaba, Lagos,Mr. Nnaemeka Ezeokwelume, stated this during its bi- annual blood donation exercise  at the National […] The post Pyrates raise the alarm over paucity of blood in public hospitals appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates

From Timothy Olanrewaju, Maiduguri Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has announced the release of over N130 million to support over 2,000 hospital patients and 1,280 prison inmates in Maiduguri to mark Democracy Day in the state. Zulum announced the gesture on Thursday after his visit to the Maiduguri Maximum Security Custodial Centre as part of […] The post June 12: Zulum announces N130 million for hospital patients, prison inmates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago WASPEN Calls For National Task Force On Hospital Malnutrition

The West African Society of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (WASPEN) has called on the federal government to establish a multi-sectoral national task force to combat hospital-related malnutrition and strengthen nutrition care across Nigeria. The president and founder of WASPEN, Dr. Teresa Pounds, who made the call during a virtual media briefing ahead of the WASPEN […]

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9 d. ago From Lagos to the world: how Nollywood and Nigerian culture are reshaping global narratives

Tribune Online From Lagos to the world: how Nollywood and Nigerian culture are reshaping global narratives Over the past two decades, the global entertainment landscape has witnessed a remarkable shift. What was once dominated by Western media giants is now increasingly defined by the vibrant pulse of African creativity—at the forefront of which stands Nigeria. Nollywood, the nation’s prolific film industry, is not only one of the largest in the world […] From Lagos to the world: how Nollywood and Nigerian culture are reshaping global narratives Tribune Online

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1 week ago Consumer Goods Sector Drives NGX Growth With 40.65% Increase

Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Consumer Goods index has recorded a growth of 40.65 per cent year-to-date as of June 5, 2025, driven by strong demand for essential goods and investor confidence in the sector. This impressive performance reflects the resilience of Nigeria’s consumer goods industry, despite economic challenges. The growth in the index is a positive […]

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1 week ago Success for VCP, not about profit, but lasting impact on lives around us – Ofor

With 18 years and counting in the Nigerian hospitality industry, Victoria Crown Plaza (VCP) Hotel, has impacted the industry, amid read more Success for VCP, not about profit, but lasting impact on lives around us – Ofor

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2 w. ago Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

Babatunde Okewale, a leading Nigerian medical expert and Group Medical Director of St Ives Hospital has canvassed for government policies read more Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

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2 w. ago My greatest fulfilment comes from being able to make a difference – Charity Babatunde

Mrs Charity Babatunde is a woman of many parts. She runs different businesses, including a non-governmental organisation, which is focused on paying the medical bills of indigent patients in hospitals across Nigeria. Mrs Babatunde is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, with a Diploma in Insurance, BSC in Business Administration, and a Masters in […] The post My greatest fulfilment comes from being able to make a difference – Charity Babatunde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Why youths are Nigeria’s untapped hospitality superpower – Hala

Considering the huge population of the youth, amid potential and energy needed to impact workforce and productivity, it is regrettable read more Why youths are Nigeria’s untapped hospitality superpower – Hala

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3 w. ago Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist

Tribune Online Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist WITH fewer than 300 psychiatrists serving a population of over 200 million, Nigeria faces a serious mental health crisis. Most facilities are clustered in major cities, leaving rural communities with little to no access to help. Dr Daniel Kokona, a clinical psychologist at Garki Hospital, Abuja, made the assertion as Nigeria joined the global commemoration […] Nigeria faces serious mental health crisis — Kokona, clinical psychologist Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s hospitality sector faces economic distress, says Diala

From Okwe Obi, Abuja Chibuikem Diala, Executive Director of the International Hospitality, Tourism and Eco-Sustainability Forum (IHTEF), has identified poor management, inadequate regulation, financial challenges, and inconsistent rating systems as major issues plaguing Nigeria’s hospitality sector. Diala made these remarks at the 8th IHTEF, held in Abuja on Monday, May 26, 2025. He urged the […] The post Nigeria’s hospitality sector faces economic distress, says Diala appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘Nigeria’s hospitality industry positioned for global dominance’

Stakeholders at the 8th International Hospitality, Tourism and Eco-Sustainability Forum (IHTEF) held in Abuja on Friday expressed optimism that Nigeria’s read more ‘Nigeria’s hospitality industry positioned for global dominance’

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3 w. ago Greener Future: Transcorp expands environmental initiative with donation of waste bins to schools

Transnational Corporation Plc (“Transcorp Group”), Nigeria’s leading conglomerate with strategic investments in the Power, Hospitality, and Energy sectors, has executed the second phase of its environmental Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, donating segregated waste bins to schools across Lagos, Delta, and Rivers States. Aligned with Transcorp’s mission to improve lives and transform Africa, this initiative […] The post Greener Future: Transcorp expands environmental initiative with donation of waste bins to schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Lost lives at neglected Delta hospital despite N596m Chevron investment

From Joe Obukata Ogbodu, Warri The Polobubo (Tsekelewu) Cottage Hospital in Warri North Local Government Area, Delta State, has become a sombre symbol of neglect and lost hope, as residents continue to suffer from preventable deaths due to its non-functionality. Despite a N596 million investment by Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) in partnership with the Egbema-Gbaramatu […] The post Lost lives at neglected Delta hospital despite N596m Chevron investment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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